Actos

Pioglitazone tablets for type 2 diabetes. It can cause fluid retention and weight gain, which is a known concern with this medicine.

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Actos details

Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Alternative names: pioglitazone
Therapeutic class: Thiazolidinedione
Pharmacological class: PPAR-gamma Agonist
Known off-label uses: nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
Contraindications: congestive heart failure; hypersensitivity to pioglitazone
Minor side effects: headache; muscle pain; flatulence
Moderate side effects: weight gain; peripheral oedema; upper respiratory tract infection
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Takeda
Onset Time: 2–4 weeks
Duration: 24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Gemfibrozil; Rifampin; Insulin
Age restrictions: Approved for adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Pregnancy: Potential risk. Avoid in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Serious side effects

congestive heart failure exacerbation, requires immediate medical attention; bladder cancer, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Pioglitazone tablets for type 2 diabetes. It can cause fluid retention and weight gain, which is a known concern with this medicine.

Mechanism of action

Actively stimulates PPAR-gamma receptors, improving insulin sensitivity in skeletal muscle and adipose tissue to enhance glucose uptake.

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